08:36The incident, which took place on November 1, 2024, involved four staff members who were recorded assaulting patrons. The footage, described as disturbing, was a key piece of evidence in the board’s decision. The bar’s management had cooperated with authorities by submitting the video to the Boston Police and conducting an internal investigation, which led to the firing of the involved employees. The board deemed the actions of the staff “egregious,” noting that the assault was not provoked and the employees’ reactions were excessive. The board emphasized the importance of documented training for staff in de-escalation and crowd control, which was not sufficiently demonstrated by the venue.

06:58Additionally, the board discussed a separate incident involving The Point, where an intoxicated patron was allegedly overserved. However, the board found no violation, noting that the bar management’s explanation was satisfactory. The lack of preserved video footage was a point of contention, leading the board to issue a formal notice reminding the establishment of their responsibility to maintain video evidence in accordance with board advisories.

09:59Other establishments were also reviewed during the meeting. La Abundancia Restaurant in East Boston faced scrutiny for providing bottle service without board approval, but no violation was found. The board plans to send a formal reminder about service regulations to ensure compliance. The board also approved various business transactions, including changes in management and ownership for several other Boston-based establishments, signaling routine administrative activity.